The August recess is over and senators are back on Capitol Hill. Their first order of business is to get the appropriations bill passed, then the Farm Bill.
RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender gives us an update from Washington, D.C.
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The House-approved budget framework includes additional assistance for producers facing financial pressure.
A Senate proposal would require congressional approval for some tariffs as lawmakers also push to advance the next farm bill before the August recess.
The House farm bill includes a pilot program designed to expand direct beef marketing within state lines.
NCBA says outside groups are playing a growing role as lawmakers negotiate livestock policy.
ASA President Scott Metzger says soybean growers remain focused on trade, the Farm Bill, renewable fuels, and market stability as Congress weighs additional assistance for farmers and export opportunities.
